“As a housewife, I feel that if the kids are still alive when my husband gets home from work, then hey, I've done my job.”

American actress, comedian, writer, and producer

Roseanne Cherrie Barr, known professionally as Roseanne, is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She built her career in stand-up comedy and later became widely known for playing the title role in the ABC sitcom Roseanne. Her work on the series brought her an Emmy and a Golden Globe. She is associated with comedy, television, and writing, and her public voice is often linked to the stand-up tradition that launched her career.